1998 BMW 729 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 729. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 729 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 729 (410 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 729 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 729 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
